Nearly 140 youths participated in the 11th annual YOUTH MEET, held on 21-22 July 12, at the scenic Manashanti Ashram location. Mr. Shinde (Trustee, Manashakti), Mr. Vanjari, Assistant Commissioner of Police, Mumbai, were few of the dignitaries who gave very thought-provoking lectures! The meet was also filled with several interesting activities & competitions too!

The ambience at the ashram was created with posters, made by the Project Students staying at Manashanti. Topics like -

Youth Inspiration

My Idol

Unity is Strength

Youth 2020

Generation Next

Power of Youth

Timepass Management &

Youth Recognition

were presented in these colourful posters, along with a competition (Bolka Kagad).

The introductory lecture by Mr. Shinde was followed by an audio discourse from Hon. Swami Vijnananand (Founder, Manashakti) on the topic “ How to Transform the Society?” Swamiji told the ways & means about how an individual can make a positive change in the society.

Thereafter, Mr. Shinde explained the importance of INSPIRATION in life. He said, "‘Inspiration’ does not happen suddenly. It requires constant thought in the mind along with perseverance."

The 2nd day began with social work i.e. Shramanand. Yougsters planted saplings experiencing intermittent joy of rain showers. Thereafter, Swamiji’s audio discourse on “How to Conduct?" dealt with science and reasoning of how one can gain energy by doing good deeds. Consistency in doing selfless work has the power of turning impossible desires into possible ones. An all-round personality development is also the benefit of it.

Then a very thought provoking & inspiring lecture was given by Dhanraj Vanjari, ACP (Assistant Commissioner of Police), Mumbai. With excellent oratory & profound knowledge of topics like science & philosophy, he enlightened the young minds about importance of having right direction in young age; the scenario worldwide & the richness of Indian culture & values.

Mr. Chandane then explained the importance of studious attitude in life. He also presenting few videos on the recent Higgs-Boson experiment. Thereafter, a discussion on projects to be planned & implemented in near future wwas conducted by Kranti Gudhate & Suraj Karande (both young Life Devotees).

The Youth Meet was concluded by Mr. Shinde's appeal to all youths to enhance thier participation in Manashakti's various youth activities. Prizes were given to winners of competitions & best skit performances! In all, a strong foundation for uniting the youth sadhakas of Manashakti was also laid at this instance.